The core principles of the Alexander Technique help you return to the upright posture you were born with, but often lose along the way: 1 – The Force of Habit. The first step is Awareness – how do you move? … Continue reading →
It started with an email and a conversation about her neck pain and posture. She was looking at herself in the mirror. “You would have a field day with me and my posture.” I replied, “I would have a compassionate … Continue reading →
Why Should Every Dancer Learn the Alexander Technique? A series of Alexander Technique lessons gives you skills for a lifetime in dance. It brings freedom to your body and control without tension. Dancing without tension gives beautiful, long, open lines, … Continue reading →
I was teaching a lesson and it turned in a thoughtful direction. My pupil has a lot of tension and neck pain. He meditates, and I said to him, “It’s like when you … Continue reading →
Hello my friends, Thanks for stopping by to read…to learn….maybe to laugh with me at some of the funny things that crop up in life. Today I’ll share something that moved me deeply while teaching a lesson, pre-pandemic and in-person. … Continue reading →
Hello my friends! The group class for people with Parkinson’s is restarting with a new day/time. Caregivers are also welcome to take class! Discover more freedom, easier breathing and less tension overall. Come experience the benefits of improved posture and … Continue reading →
We start by stopping. That is what I’ve said to my students for years, now. Just pause; literally stop whatever you’re doing and pause. Find yourself on your feet. Where is your weight? Is it … Continue reading →
Hello my friends, Today while I was walking Rafi, my tiniest neighbor was playing on the patio. He’s a toddler, barely two years old, if that. He likes Rafi but keeps his distance, waving hi and bye. Today, this little … Continue reading →
Hello my friends, In the early part of this year my focus shifted to developing Shape in dance. I wrote a number of bits and pieces that I’ll chronicle here. Finding treasures as I look through my notes and discover … Continue reading →
I am having trouble getting myself to dance with my whole Self these days. A friend chided me and also poked a little fun at me, saying he can’t believe an Alexander teacher would have her head down, “is that … Continue reading →
